Congratulations to Izamar Juarez-Tellezgiron, who has been chosen to represent Dorchester County in the 2024 Maryland General Assembly Student Page Program! Izzy is one of 136 students from across the state who will spend two non-consecutive weeks in Annapolis this winter, supporting elected officials as they carry out their duties.
A member of North Dorchester High School Class of 2024, Izzy says she was encouraged to apply for the honor by NDHS teacher Mr. Scott Baker. She considers it a good way to show colleges that she’s “able to do anything” and looks forward to “providing a community service”. She also hopes to gain a deeper understanding of how government works, “because it affects everyone”. After graduation, she plans to attend Anne Arundel Community College for two years, then transfer to a four-year college to become a pediatric dietician. Way to go, Izzy – we know you’ll do Dorchester County Public Schools proud! #AllHandsOnDeckDCPS
Bad weather got in the way of the Office of Student Services’ Scholarship Fair earlier this month and it is now rescheduled for Wednesday, January 31, 5:30 to 7:00 pm at DCTC, 2465 Cambridge Beltway, next door to C-SD. While open to all DCPS students and families, it is especially for all graduating Seniors. Meet representatives from local organizations to learn more about scholarship opportunities! The following organizations are confirmed:
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. – Kappa Theta Omega Chapter
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. – Delta Omicron Lambda Chapter
Auxiliary of Dorchester General Hospital
Chesapeake College Office of Financial Aid
Children’s Home Foundation
Community Foundation of Eastern Shore
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. – Cambridge Alumnae Chapter
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
Edythe M. Jolley Memorial Scholarship – Mace’s Lane High School Alumni
MidShore Community Foundation
Regal Rexnord Corporation
St. John’s Chapel
Tidewater Farm Club
Upper Shore Workforce – Chesapeake College
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. – Iota Chi Zeta Chapter
Does your organization offer scholarships and is interested in being part of this Scholarship Fair? Are you a student or parent with questions? Contact Mrs. LaSina Branch at branchl@dcpsmd.org.
#AllHandsOnDeckDCPS
Dorchester County Public Schools will run on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, January 22, 2024, due to roads freezing overnight. High school families will receive information regarding testing in the morning. Stay safe, everyone!
The Superintendent’s Forum tour continues with upcoming stops at Hurlock Elementary and Warwick Elementary Schools! If you’re interested in finding out more about the future of your child’s school and education, here’s your opportunity to learn more about new initiatives and ask questions of the Superintendent. Mr. Bromwell will be at Hurlock Elementary School on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, 6 pm, and at Warwick Elementary School on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, 6 pm. Hope to see you! #AllHandsOnDeckDCPS
Dorchester Career and Technology Center was buzzing on Wednesday evening with youngsters discovering from current students and their instructors how they can use courses at DCTC to help shape their futures! #CreateYourFutureDCTC #AllHandsOnDeckDCPS
Due to the threat of inclement weather, Dorchester County Public Schools and offices will be closed today, Friday, January 19, 2024. Be safe!
High school parents, please take note of the following information regarding the Friday, January 19, 2024 school day.
Superintendent’s Update: All students should report to their high school at the normal time for a full, regular day of school tomorrow, Friday, January 19, unless we need to adjust the schedule in the morning due to weather. During the past two weeks, we have been in the ‘testing window’ for high schools for certain Semester One courses. We have worked carefully to ensure this testing schedule was well-organized to optimize student performance and, like you, have been frustrated by the need for frequent changes due to the unusual weather of the past two weeks.
The state testing assessment window, as set by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), was to close tomorrow, Friday, January 19, for all schools in Maryland; late this afternoon the testing window was extended to Tuesday, January 23. However, the weather forecast for tomorrow indicates inclement weather which may require us to delay school opening times or, in worse circumstances, close schools altogether. We have reluctantly decided to NOT begin the English 10 testing tomorrow due to the risk that a shortened school day will negatively impact students’ completion of their test sessions. This time will be used for makeup testing for missed sections of the already-administered Math, Science, and Government tests.
English 10 assessments will now take place next week, with Sessions 1 and 2 on Monday, January 22 and Sessions 3 and 4 on Tuesday, January 23. There will be no opportunity for absent students to make up this test until the Spring testing window opens. High schools only will be on a two-hour delay those days for students who are not taking the test.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
W. David Bromwell
Superintendent of Schools
Ever wonder how Dorchester County Public Schools makes decisions about weather-related delays and closures? WBOC visited us this morning to get the low-down – you can see the report tomorrow (Friday) on WBOC's morning program between 5 and 7 am and on the WBOC News at Noon! #AllHandsOnDeckDCPS
It’s TODAY! The doors at Dorchester Career and Technology Center will be open from 4 to 6 pm for everyone who wants to learn more about the courses available at the school at Career and Technical Education Night! Families are encouraged to visit with their upper elementary, middle school, or 9th/10th grader to learn how a CTE course can help their child create a foundation for their dream career! #CreateYourFutureDCTC #AllHandsOnDeckDCPS
Due to falling overnight temperatures and the threat of ice, Dorchester County Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Be safe!
UPDATE: Due to icy road conditions, Dorchester County Public Schools will be closed today, Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Be safe!
Due to the weather, Dorchester County Public Schools will be operating on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Be safe!
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 15, 2024: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is ‘What are you doing for others?’ “
The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Education will be held on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at the Dorchester Career and Technology Center, 2465 Cambridge Bypass in Cambridge, with the open session beginning at 6:00 pm. The agenda and related documents will be found online via Board Docs on the Dorchester County Public Schools website at www.dcps.k12.md.us. The public is welcome to attend. If you are unable to attend but would like to submit comments electronically to be included in the minutes, email them to comments@dcpsmd.org by 2:00 pm on the date of the meeting. The meeting will be livestreamed at https://townhallstreams.com/towns/dorchesterboe.
While it’s great being man’s best friend, it’s even better to be EVERYONE’S best friend! That’s what good girl Luna thinks - she’s enthusiastic about everyone she meets at North Dorchester High School. Luna joined the school’s SRO, Deputy Logan Hallowell, in November and is very much enjoying the attention, head rubs, and ear-scratches from doggy-loving students and staff alike! #AllPawsOnDeckDCPS
Dorchester County, here is your future! These 55 members of the Class of 2024 were last night inducted into the National Technical Honor Society at Dorchester Career and Technology Center. To qualify, students needed to be completing a Career and Technology Education (CTE) course, carry an unweighted GPA of at least 3.0, a CTE GPA of at least 3.25, and have at least an 83% or higher in their current CTE class with at least a 90% attendance. In addition, a recommendation based on work ethic and character from their CTE teacher was required. The inductees received a certificate, NTHS cords to wear at graduation in just four short months, and are now eligible for NTHS scholarships. The chapter adviser is Ms. Cherie Robinson. Big congratulations go to:
Automotive Technology: Mia Jackson.
Carpentry: Aurora Cantrell.
Collision Repair and Refinishing: William Hubbard, Brandon Martinez.
Construction Design and Management: Jay’Den Smith.
Cosmetology: Ellie Ausmussen, Jayonna Austin, Margaret Blake, Journee Jenkins, Hope Lane, Chloe Lewis, Kailie Todd, Macy Turner.
Electricity: Zachary Adams, Kyle Fellon, William Linthicum.
Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness/Criminal Justice: Ashton Alvis, Haley Hoxter, Raschid McMillan.
HVAC: Aiden Hughes.
Medical Services: Zy’Aye Bell, Ande Callahan (dual completer, also PLTW Biomedical Sciences), Ja’Niylah Dockins-Kimble, Myra Lehn, Ta’Nyha Murray, Keyth Rodriguez Iglesias, Chelsey Shifflett, Briana Smith, Laila Stafford.
PLTW Biomedical Sciences: Daniel Ayala-Aquino, Ande Callahan (dual completer, also Medical Services), Emilee Cohee, Julia Creighton, Thomas Foxwell III, Ava Gomez, Landon Green, Maggie Hubbard, Fatima Kaleem, Haleigh Leonard, Mackenzie Lewis, Ta’Tyana Maradiaga, Peairi McKnight, Madelyn Nagel, Donald Ruths, Megan Ryan, Makayla Smith, Natalie Woolford, Kassidy Young.
PLTW Engineering: Evan Adams, Dalton Clough, Jaden Condon, Dylan Ruppert.
Teacher Academy of Maryland: Izamar Juarez-Tellezgiron.
Welding: Kolter Elliott, Jaden Ferguson, Jake Stone.
#CreatingTheFutureDCTC #AllHandsOnDeckDCPS
A reminder: All DCPS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Congratulations to the Sandy Hill Elementary students who were named to the Principal’s List for the first trimester! These outstanding students were awarded the privilege of inviting their proud parents to join them for a special breakfast with the Principal by earning all A’s in academics and P’s (the highest designation) in behavior:
1st grade: Aarav Bhusal, Donevyn Cephas, Richard Wheatley.
2nd grade: Kalil Boyer, Sullivan Buckingham, Abigail Cornish, Anarieliz Cruz Vazquez, Oakley Eastep, Andie Guzman, Yaritza Jimenez-Tovar, Oliver McGrellis, Isabelle Meyers, Isabella Rafael, Caroline Stevanus, Elizabeth Travers, Kairo Williams, Mieko Williams.
3rd grade: Ke’Andre Zy’Kee Bryant, Peyton Burnham, Andrew Cornish Jr., Malania Kaakyire, Lurenzo Owens III, Tremayne Lewis, Sydney Stanley, Arianna Wongus.
4th grade: Addison Airey, Gerard Tovar-Mendez.
#AllHandsOnDeckDCPS
Back to school! Dorchester County Public Schools will operate on a normal schedule Thursday, January 11, 2024. We look forward to seeing everyone bright and early! #AllHandsOnDeck
Dorchester County Public Schools and Offices will be closed today, Wednesday, January 10, 2024. Be safe!
